Accounting Technician I

Job Details Job Location: City Hall - Union City, GA 30291 Position Type: Full Time Education Level: High School Salary Range: $20.83 - $20.83 Hourly Travel Percentage: None Job Shift: Day Job Category: Accounting General Duties and Responsibilities To support the vision, mission and guiding principles of the City. While performing any procedure, all associates and contract personnel must observe applicable Safety, Health, and Environmental rules and guidelines. The use of appropriate personal protective equipment is required. Attend and participate in training opportunities and seminars relevant to this position. Adhere to appropriate City operating procedures, benefit rules, employment, and safety policies/practices. Extensive cash handling. Data entry. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Receives all cash receipts, records and accounts for all Utility and other collections. Prepares special computer generated spreadsheets. Secures cash drawer at end of each day. Provide excellent customer service, including answering questions or referring customers to appropriate personnel. Answers and directs Utility, License, Permits, and Tax related incoming telephone calls. Processes cash, checks, or credit card payments for various bills, and purchases. Records amounts received on customer accounts and prepares reports of transactions. Operates cash register, balances drawer, file transactions daily. Provides customers with rates and charges for services. Accepts all applications for customers and inputs application information into the appropriate systems. Processes all customer account changes, including but not limited to disconnections, and transfers. Perform analysis of customer accounts. Prepares and issues work orders. Sets up accounts for new customers including credit check/verification. Additional Duties and Responsibilities Any other duties as assigned. Job Scope Job has recurring work situations involving moderate degrees of discretion. The need for accuracy and effective utilization of accepted programs and procedures is high. Errors in judgment and execution will waste time and resources adversely impacting unit performance. Incumbent operates independently but work is verified by supervision. Communications / Customer Contact Contacts are across the entire City community and in a leadership capacity. Community contact is a critical component of success in developing goodwill and support of City programs and initiatives. Qualifications Competencies / Specific experience or training preferred. Education and Experience High School Diploma or equivalent. Three (3) years of related office work experience. Two (2) years of cash handling experience. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of modern office practices, methods, equipment, and standard clerical procedures. Knowledge of basic accounting principles and practices. Ability to quickly make accurate computations. Ability to perform cashier duties accurately. Ability to handle difficult customers. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with City employees, City officials and the general public. Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, orally and in writing. Skill in research and analytical techniques. Skill in managing multiple projects simultaneously. Ability to use various software packages. Ability to utilize computers, fax machines, copy machines, and other office equipment. Ability to compile, organize, prepare and maintain an assortment of records, reports and information in an effective manner and according to departmental and/or governmental regulations. Ability to comprehend, interpret, and apply regulations, procedures and related information for the general public, other departments, and the business community. Ability to use independent judgment in routine and non-routine situations. Ability to plan, organize, and/or prioritize daily assignments and work activities. Ability to comprehend and apply the regulations and procedures of the department. Ability to perform multiple tasks routinely and calmly. Equipment and Applications Computers and peripheral equipment. Designated software applications. Telephones, copiers and other office equipment. Job Conditions Frequently required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk and hear. Occasionally required to stand; walk; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. May occasionally be exposed to fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals. Specific vision abilities required: close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually low. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. #J-18808-Ljbffr